My cousin and I visited Ayodhya this week. In this post, I will describe my visit, interwoven with cultural, political, and economic reflections. We traveled to Ayodhya on the Vande Bharat Express, a sleek, superfast train that symbolizes the ongoing modernization of Indian railways. Unlike some, I didn’t experience an instant emotional surge upon arriving […]
India’s Rahul Gandhi Problem
Rahul Gandhi hails from an unparalleled political dynasty that originated with his great-great-grandfather. In this post, I will summarize and share my opinions about the emergence of this dynasty. Motilal Nehru (Rahul’s great-great-grandfather) Motilal Nehru was a two-time president of the Indian National Congress (INC) during British India. Immediately following his presidency, his son Jawaharlal became INC […]
Supermarket Shopping Sensibilities
Rampant price inflation at supermarkets has put supermarket shopping in the spotlight. In this post, I will highlight some everyday aspects of supermarket shopping in the context of value-conscious consumption in suburban and small-town America. Attitude Many consumers view supermarket shopping as an unappealing and mundane chore, but is a negative attitude toward an activity directed at fulfilling a […]